Czech Heritage in West
Brazos Trail Region
The railroad and fertile farming land attracted large numbers of Czechoslovakian immigrants at the turn of the 20th century, establishing West with a rich Czech heritage — marked by annual celebrations, traditions, and the city’s reputation as “home of the Texas state kolache” — a delicious Czech pastry.
Labor Day weekend marks the annual WestFest — a Czech heritage and polka festival. Numerous Czech-heritage meat markets and restaurants make their home in West. And don't forget to grab a kolache at one of the many Czech bakeries in West. Take your pick from among Czech Stop, Slovacek's West, or Gerik's Ole Czech Bakery & Deli.